Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

Q. A friend of mine suggested I add coneflowers to my perennial garden. I looked online and there are many types of coneflowers to choose from. Which are the best? A. The best coneflowers are the ones ...

Discover the latest coneflower varieties from Proven Winners, including 'Knock ‘em Red' and 'Cranberry Coral'.

A cross between coneflowers and gloriosa daisies, a new variety of a little-known native plant, and the smallest native Joe Pye flower yet top the list of interesting new perennials debuting in the ...

Every garden should have coneflowers! But why grow coneflowers in the first place? That’s easy: They’re carefree plants that grow happily in almost any kind of soil. They’ll withstand nearly anything ...

Imagine flowers that plant themselves and lure goldfinches to your garden with no extra effort required. Purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea) are easy wildflowers you can grow in your garden to add ...

As we get deeper into 2026, it’s time to get serious with you perennial lovers and ask, "Have you gotten your Color Coded?" I’m not talking about a Pantone analysis of your home and landscape but a ...

A few of the perennials in my garden borders are starting to look a bit rough. I was wondering if I should cut them back now or wait until later this fall or even until spring? I want to do what is ...